The Art of Decorative Paper Stencils 2: Traveling with Stencils - Softcover

Paper artists, papercrafters, cardmakers, collage artists, and scrapbookers are always looking for unique and exciting ways to embellish and enhance their work. The Art of Decorative Paper Stencils 2 provides crafters with a range of instruction and inspiration to create beautiful stencils inspired by your travels. Paper stencil art is a traditional craft with a long history in Japan. Kanako Yaguchi, a successful paper stencil artist, bases her new techniques on the classic methods, bringing this ancient art to a modern audience. The Art of Decorative Paper Stencils 2 includes images inspired by the author's travels to Japan, the United States, Jamaica, Czech Republic, Germany, and Austria. Each project includes detailed and illustrated step-by-step instructions. There are also instructions and ideas for attractive home decor projects that reflect your travels.

Kanako graduated from the Department of Design at Joshibi University of Art and Design, Japan. Her other publications include The Art of Decorative Paper Stencils (Quarry Books) and The Book of Decorative Paper Stencils for Adults (PHP Institute, available only in Japanese).